Travelling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi, where Indira Gandhi International Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from DEL to Shanghai.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from DEL to Shanghai. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You'll need an embassy visa for China if you have a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most recent updates.
DEL is about 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 24 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 54 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near DEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Shanghai
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai is Rs47,581. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs100,194. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from DEL to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from DEL to Shanghai:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month for flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, head for Shanghai in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from DEL to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
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